Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-70

Following is a in depth assessment of the Nikon Z6 II vs Pentax K-70, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Nikon and Pentax. The image resolution of the Z6 II (25MP) and the K-70 (24MP) is very well matched but the Z6 II (Full frame) and K-70 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z6 II was introduced 4 years after the K-70 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K-70 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z6 II matches up vs the K-70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Pentax K-70. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Pentax K-70 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II offers outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Pentax K-70 has proportions of 126mm x 93mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.9") and a weight of 688 grams (1.52 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Z6 II and the K-70.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and K-70 is 61 and 62 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by looking at specs. The picture below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and K-70.

All in all, the 2 cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II using its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will give you more detail using its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern Z6 II will have an edge in sensor innovation.